Expiratory slope variations induce physiological changes in stroke volume during non invasive ventilation in hyperinflated COPD patients

Conclusion: During NIV in hyperinflated COPD patients, longer expiratory slope improves hemodynamics and stroke volume.

Source: European Respiratory Journal - November 19, 2018 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Lamia, B., Pasquier, O., Pontier, S., Prigent, A., Rabec, C., Gonzalez-Bermejo, J. Tags: Noninvasive Ventilatory Support Source Type: research